Caitlin Derway, LMSW received her Master of Social Work degree from the University at Albany and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and service members in a variety of settings. She enjoys working with those who are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, relationship challenges, ADHD, emotional and behavioral dysregulation, addiction, and stress management.
Emilia Hahn-Zollo, LMSW, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Social Work from St. Joseph’s College of Maine. She began her career working in residential and community settings in Maine where she worked for two years before pursuing her Master’s in Social Work at the University at Albany.
Katherine (Katie) Aikens, LCSW, received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Binghamton University and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She has worked with youth, adults, and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Katie specializes in trauma treatment, and enjoys working with clients who experience depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
Samantha Baldwin, LMHC, earned her Master’s of Art in Mental Health Counseling in 2008 from Marist College. Samantha takes a comprehensive perspective that encompasses a holistic view of psychological health and wellness. Her clinical interests include managing chronic pain conditions, anxiety and depression, body image issues, stress management, and working through adjustments and transitions in life. Samantha’s understanding and knowledge of the physical body, and the connection between mental and physical health, helps her to collaborate with her clients as they find a space of healing where they may work through challenges to reach their individualized goals. Samantha’s ongoing clinical and professional development reflect her commitment to learning evidenced-based practices to best meet the needs of her clients. These practices empower her clients to develop their strengths and skills to optimize health, wellbeing, and quality of life.
Stephanie Railey, LCSW, received her Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology and English from SUNY Geneseo. Prior to graduating, she enjoyed interning as a counselor for children who experienced trauma, as well as volunteering support for families and patients who were receiving hospice care. At the start of her career, she found her love of social work through clinical interviewing as a psychiatric research assistant.
Celia Holmes, LCSW, has been providing therapeutic services for over a decade. She received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from SUNY Albany in their Advanced Standing program and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She has worked with children, families and adults in the Capital Region in a variety of settings including home based, school based and office based.
lleana Maturo, MHC-P, completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at SUNY Albany and Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling at The College of Saint Rose. She has experience, and enjoys working, with children, teenagers, and adults with an array of presenting challenges and concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Amanda Abel, MHC-P, received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University at Albany. She continued her education at Sage Colleges and received her Masters in Community and Counseling Psychology with a certificate in Forensic Mental Health. She has experience working with children (in educational and therapeutic environments), service members and family members of service members, people experiencing anxiety and depression, and more.
Rachael Rocas, LMSW, obtained her Master’s degree in Social Work from The University at Albany. She brings a wealth of knowledge and skills gained by her diverse experiences in inpatient, educational and long-term care settings.
WIth a profound belief in the power of connection and human resilience, Rachael embraces a client centered approach that highlights their inherent strengths. She works with individuals of all ages, offering support to those facing trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional/behavioral dysregulation, and major life transitions. Rachael utilizes strategies from various treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Sarah Leonard, LMSW, earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University at Albany followed by her master’s degree in social work from Capella University.